Advanced Bioinformatics (for credit)

All Genomic Medicine modules run as one week, in-person teaching sessions (>30 contact hours), followed by a further four weeks of guided study using a Virtual Learning Environment during which time students complete a formal assessment of 2500-3500 words.

The modules each carry 15 FHEQ Level 7 credits (equivalent to 150 hours of learning). 

Module delivery: In person teaching

Progression

Below are the options for transfer forward of credit/modules into a Cambridge award:

• 1 module at 15 credits may be transferred forward into the PG Certificate
• 2 modules at a total of 30 credits may be transferred forward into the PG Diploma or Masters [MSt]

NB: The transferring of modules towards an award can only be brought forward from modules studied at The University of Cambridge in the previous Academic Year.

For transfer of credit towards non Cambridge awards, you are advised to consult the University where you wish to study as different criteria may apply.

Apply by: Friday 28 March 2025

Module dates:  Monday 28 April to Friday 2 May 2025

Assignment deadline: Wednesday 4 June 2025

The fee for 2024-25 will be £1,393 for home students and £3,623 for overseas students.

Participants will be expected to cover the costs of travel, accommodation and subsistence incurred during teaching sessions in Cambridge.

HEE funding is available for NHS staff wishing to apply to study Genomic Medicine at The University of Cambridge.  It is available for study of individual modules or modules as part of a Postgraduate Certificate, Postgraduate Diploma or part-time Masters in Genomic Medicine.  Limited funding is also available for those wishing to extend their study from a Postgraduate Certificate or 4 modules to a Postgraduate Diploma or MSt.

HEE funding is limited and subject to HEE approval.

Prospective students wishing to apply for HEE funding should apply for their course place in the first instance. If you are eligible for Health Education England [HEE] funding then your application for funding is made via the University and not directly to HEE. 

If you receive a conditional offer of a place, we (the University) will confirm the amount of HEE funding we can offer. With your permission we will then share your details with HEE so that they can progress and approve your funding allocation. 

For full details of eligibility, the application procedure and FAQs, please refer to the HEE website here.  Click on a module, read the information on the tabs titled, ‘Funding rules’ and ‘FAQs’ tabs.   At the bottom of the ‘Funding rules’ tab click the link to view the ‘the application process for CPPD module(s) or postgraduate certificate’ to view a useful flowchart showing the application procedure.

Applications will be accepted until 28 March 2025

Your application must include:

• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Copies of relevant qualification certificates and transcripts
• Language proficiency (if required)
• Contact details of two referees who will be contacted on your behalf
• Evidence of funding (if applicable)